Coordinator, Creative Designer

Overview

Who We Are We are Tennis! The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open.

The USTA is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open.

Why Work for the USTA? We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate. Don’t know tennis? Don’t worry, you can still find yourself in the game!

The Coordinator, Creative Designer supports the day-to-day functions of the Creative Services department, including design, production, and archiving. This role is responsible for executing and supporting creative deliverables across USTA marketing, advertising, and promotional initiatives.

Project work may include support for USTA Corporate, USTA National Campus, Sponsorship, Community Tennis programs (including Net Generation, Membership, Tennis On Campus, Leagues, Junior Team Tennis Red Ball, etc.), and the USTA Foundation.

• Support and, as assigned, oversee the development of USTA design work for Corporate, USTA Marketing, and the USTA Foundation.
• Work creatively and independently, with final approvals provided by the Director, Creative Services.
• Collaborate with fellow content creators and participate in regular brainstorming and pitch sessions.
• Partner with the broader Communications & Content team to create materials supporting key initiatives and real-time events.
• Manage all aspects of the production process with external vendors, including bidding, project timelines, press runs, and invoicing.
• Ensure all USTA creative materials comply with established design policies and brand guidelines, including corporate logos, Community Tennis program logos, and Section logos.
• Perform occasional administrative tasks, including archiving, supplies and equipment management, design software upgrades, and training.
• Provide input, as requested, on creative projects managed by external agencies.

• Bachelor’s degree or Bachelor of Fine Arts, preferably in a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience as a graphic artist or creative services professional, preferably within an agency, design studio, or in-house corporate marketing environment.
• Experience in sports, entertainment, or consumer products is a plus.
• Strong creative and design abilities combined with solid production skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, presentation software, and Microsoft Word.
• Experience producing HTML5 assets using Google Web Designer or Adobe Animate is a plus.
• Working knowledge of both PC and Macintosh platforms and related peripherals.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines.

At the USTA, we know people are our most important asset. For this reason, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of a diverse workforce!

• Flexibility:
  Our Hybrid with Flexibility approach combines a balance of remote working with in-office collaboration to spark teamwork and creativity.
• Comprehensive benefits designed to meet your unique needs:
  Medical, dental, vision, access to doctors virtually, a flexible spending account to manage your health and dependent care expenses, and life and disability insurance are a small part of our offerings.
• Time to recharge and energize:
  Generous paid time off policy - including vacation, sick, personal, and paid holidays, parental leave, and a paid winter recess.
• Plan for your future financially and professionally: 401(k) with employer matching (up to 3%), promotional and growth opportunities, Learning and Development programs to learn on the job, and up to $5,000 for tuition reimbursement.
• Mental and emotional wellness:
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